- Confers with Sr. Programmer Analyst and/or assigned users to define needs or problems; analyzes present systems and assist in designs of new systems.
- Tests new or altered software, systems, and hardware.
- Organizes and maintains enterprise data; prepares and publishes reports.
- Analyzes hardware and software systems to determine problems and devise solutions.
- Provides technical support to resolve software issues.
- Installs or assists in the installation of new software, hardware, and databases.
- Assists in resolving hardware-related issues.
- Trains users in the use of new or modified systems, software, and hardware.
- Provides oversight and functional direction of assigned contractor daily activities.
- Researches new technology techniques and solutions.
- Prepares user manuals and other user support materials.
- Provides IT support for the Emergency Operations Center during emergency events or training exercises.
- Ensures projects have appropriate stakeholder involvement, include clear and attainable scopes, deliverables, and timelines, and are well executed. Performs related duties.
- Confers with users to define needs or problems; analyzes present systems and designs new systems.
- Tests new or altered software, systems and hardware.
- Organizes and maintains enterprise data; prepares and publishes reports.
- Analyzes hardware and software systems to determine problems and devise solutions.
- Provides technical support to resolve software issues.
- Installs or assists in the installation of new software, hardware, and databases.
- Assists in resolving hardware-related issues.
- Trains users in the use of new or modified systems, software and hardware.
- Provides oversight and functional direction of assigned contractor daily activities.
- Researches new technology techniques and solutions.
- Prepares user manuals and other user support materials.
- Provides IT support for the Emergency Operations Center during emergency events or training exercises.
- Ensures projects have appropriate stakeholder involvement, include clear and attainable scopes, deliverables and timelines, and are well executed.
- Performs related duties.
Programmer Analyst/Senior Programmer Analyst - Palmer, United States - Matanuska-Susitna Borough
Description
Salary: $ $40.55 HourlyLocation : Palmer, AK
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Information Technology
Division: OIT - Cybersecurity & Application Operations
Opening Date: 04/15/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Summary
The Matanuska-Susitna Borough is recruiting for either a Programmer Analyst or a Senior Programmer Analyst, depending on individual qualification.
This position performs information technology programming and analysis functions in support of assigned IT systems.
Work is performed and duties are carried out in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Borough core values: Accountability, Customer Focus, Dedication, Integrity, Responsiveness and Teamwork.
Pay Grade
M1 - DOE
R1 - DOE
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Requirements for Programmer Analyst
Baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field preferred. Post-secondary education or experience which provides the expertise required to effectively perform the functions of the position may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.
One year of experience in the occupational field, sufficient to understand the major duties of the position. Relevant experience includes performing work in an IT field, including system analysis and design, software testing and Quality Assurance (QA), Data Management and reporting, and Technical Support and installation. Additionally, performing professional duties relevant to the work that will be performed may include a strong foundation in technical skills, problem-solving abilities, project management capabilities, and effective communication and collaboration skills.
Completion of required Incident Command System (ICS) course in accordance with established Borough policy.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Alaska for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check.
Minimum Requirements for Senior Programmer/Analyst
Baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. Post-secondary education or experience which provides the expertise required to perform effectively the functions of the position may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.
Three years of experience in the occupational field, sufficient to understand the major duties of the position. Relevant experience includes performing work in an IT field, including system analysis and design, software testing and Quality Assurance (QA), Data Management and reporting, and Technical Support and installation. Additionally, performing professional duties relevant to the work that will be performed may include a strong foundation in technical skills, problem-solving abilities, project management capabilities, and effective communication and collaboration skills.
Completion of required Incident Command System (ICS) course in accordance with established Borough policy.
Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Database, MTA Developer, or comparable certification required within one year of hire. Comparable certification will be determined by the supervisor after employment.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Alaska for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities for Programmer Analyst
Health Insurance:
The Borough provides group health insurance to all Regular employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week. The plan includes medical, prescription, audio and optional dental and vision benefits. Coverage begins for the employee and family members the 1st of the month following date of employment. Family members include spouse and children under age 26. Beginning July 1, 2022, the amount charged to each employee, with a regular work week of 35 or more hours, will be based on which Tier you select and whether the optional vision/dental coverage is added. That amount will be divided between the first two paychecks of each month. The Borough will pay the remainder of the monthly costs. For employees working at least 30 hours but less than 40 hours a week, if the employee elects to be covered, the employee cost will also be based on the Tier selected and if the optional vision/dental coverage has been added.
Life & AD&D:
All regular full time or part time employees will have life insurance coverage provided by the Borough of $50,000 on themselves, $2,000 on their spouse and $1,000 on each qualified child. The benefit for Accidental Death & Dismemberment on the employee is $50,000.
• Employees may purchase additional life insurance through the State of Alaska Supplemental Benefits System.
Retirement:
PERS Tier IV (applies to employees first entered into PERS service on or after July 1, 2006): Alaska Public Employees' Retirement System is mandatory with a contribution rate of 8%. The Borough portion is as follows: Defined Contribution Plan - 5%; Health Plan - 1.07%, Health Reimbursement Arrangement - $83.40 (per pay period), Occupational Death & Disability - .31%.
PERS Tier I, II, & III (applies to employees first entered into PERS service prior to July 1, 2006): Alaska Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) is mandatory with a contribution rate of 6.75%. The Borough portion is 22%.
For further information, go to the state of Alaska's website at
Alaska Supplemental Benefits System:
The Supplemental Benefits System (SBS) is in lieu of Social Security and is mandatory. An employee contributes at 6.13% of gross wages, matched by the Borough (6.13%), on the present wage base of $132,900.
SBS offers other various benefit options which are fully explained on their website at
Deferred Compensation Plan:
The Borough offers a Deferred Compensation Plan to eligible employees. The maximum amount an employee may defer in any taxable year is 100% of taxable wages or $20,500, whichever is less. Employees over the age of 50 may contribute an additional $6,000 and ROTH $6,000.
Holidays:
The Borough recognizes 11 paid holidays (plus 1 floating holiday). Regular employees with a regularly scheduled work week of less than forty (40) hours shall receive holiday pay on a pro-rated basis.
Personal Leave:
Personal leave will begin accruing the first day employment, however, it will not be for until after the employee has completed three (3) months of service. Accrual rates are as follows:
0 through 1 years Hours per pay period
1 through 2 years Hours per pay period
3 through 5 years Hours per pay period
6 through 10 years Hours per pay period
11 years and longer Hours per pay period
Regular employees with a regularly scheduled work week of less than forty (40) hours shall accrue leave on a pro-rated basis.